Contents
- Civil protection and disaster control: differences and similarities.
- Competencies and responsibilities, in particular of the mayor and other responsible persons.
- Role of the municipal fire department.
- Cooperation with the district, local authorities, aid organizations, THW and the German Armed Forces.
- Risk analysis.
- Introduction to municipal staff work.
- Strengthening municipal structures.
- Challenges for municipalities from a civil protection perspective.
The training is held by two speakers, both experienced experts in civil protection and municipal crisis management.
Learning environment
Once you have registered, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services relating to this training course in your online learning environment.
Your benefit
- You will learn about the differences and similarities between civil protection and disaster control in Germany.
- You understand the relevant legal principles.
- You will learn about the responsibilities and competencies of the different levels.
- They know how and on what legal basis the municipal level can act in the event of a crisis.
- You will learn about the key players and challenges in disaster control and civil protection.
- They are aware of the cooperation between the different levels of government, aid organizations and the German Armed Forces.
- They learn methods for analyzing the risks of their municipalities.
- You will gain insights into municipal staff work as well as specific working aids, checklists and tips for practical implementation.
Methods
Lecture and discussion based on case studies, practical examples and current decisions. What has been learned will be deepened through an exchange of experiences, recommendations for action, design tips and group work.
Recommended for
(Lord) mayors, heads and employees of administrative staff or staff for extraordinary matters at municipal level. Heads of public order offices or local police authorities as well as organizational managers of fire departments. Furthermore, members of aid organizations who want to get to know the other side of the command staff.
Start dates and details
Wednesday, 05.11.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
Wednesday, 11.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.